OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Information Technology provides a broad introduction to computing, after which you will progress to a more specialised area during your degree such as computer networking, information systems, software development and web development.
You'll begin to develop an understanding of the architecture and functions of computer networks, learn how to analyse and design information systems and create solutions to programming problems while learning a programming language. Satisfactory completion of any Year 12 English is a prerequisite for this Diploma.
COURSE STRUCTUREThe Diploma of Information Technology has two streams, each leading to a different Bachelor program. In both streams, you’ll study a total of eight units before graduation.
Information Technology stream
In the Information Technology stream, you’ll study five core units along with three electives to gain entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology.
- Academic Integrity Module
- Information Systems
- Inside Information Technology
- Programming Environment
- Network Engineering Fundamentals
- Data Based Critical Thinking
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Cyber Algorithms That Changed the Future
Employment and career options after completing your Bachelor’s degree:
- Applications programming
- Business programming
- Business systems analysis
- Computer sales and marketing
- Computer systems auditor
- Database administrator
- Helpdesk support
- IT consulting
- Network engineering
- Network security
- Systems design and administration
- Systems auditing
